Programme Details
What it entails?
- Generous Fellowship: Receive a stipend of SGD 5,000 along with complimentary housing.
- Research Mentorship from World-Leading Faculty: Connect with experienced scientists and faculty members to receive valuable guidance for an enriching research experience.
- The Singapore Experience: Research and network in one of the world’s most vibrant, dynamic, cutting-edge, and multicultural cities which is a gateway to Asia.
- NTU Singapore Campus: Live, work and play on NTU’s beautiful award-winning Yunnan Garden campus with state-of-the-art facilities.
- Masterclasses for Professional Development: Attend specialised seminars designed to enhance your professional skills, providing insights into various aspects of academic and research careers.
- Symposium Presentation: Showcase your research findings by presenting at the GCF Symposium, offering a platform to share your work with peers, faculty, and professionals.
- Social Engagement: Enjoy a vibrant social community by participating in activities designed for bonding with other Fellows, fostering a sense of camaraderie and collaboration.
- Networking Opportunities: Engage in networking events, workshops, and seminars that connect you with professionals, researchers, and peers, expanding your professional network and creating lasting connections.
Programme Schedule
| Feb Intake (Spring Intake) |
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| Duration | 2 months |
| Period* | 1 Feb – 31 Mar, 2026 |
| Application Period | 1– 30 Sep, 2025 |
* Please note that the start and end dates for the programme period are fixed and must be followed strictly.
Admissions requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s students graduating in 2026 or 2027 preferably in STEM
- Strong Interest in pursing research and PhD at NTU
- Good GPA
How to apply
Students will need the following to apply:
1. Personal particulars
2. Academic qualifications (e.g. college/university education, period of study, qualifications obtained, etc)
3. Soft copy of your photo
4. Soft copy of your latest official transcripts (in English)
5. Soft copy of your passport
6. Academic Referee Letters (Optional)
7. Statement of Purpose
8. 2-3 minute video explaining your motivation to apply for the programme
Certification & Exiting the Programme
- Students who complete the programme to the satisfaction of their supervisor will receive a certificate.
- If a student prematurely terminates or fails to complete the programme for any reason whatsoever no certificate will be issued.
- Issuing of the certificate is subject to meeting all the criteria set by the university including but not limited to good progress on research, meeting the objective of the project, submitting all progress reports, attending in masterclasses, demonstrating good conduct, etc.
Accommodation
On-campus accommodation will be provided on twin sharing basis.
Application Portal
Applications must be submitted through the application portal.
Applications are open from 01 – 30 Sep 2025.
For more information please open this link
Apply Here
https://www.ntu.edu.sg/about-us/global/global-connect-fellowship/how-to-apply